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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

Trump Media's Big Bet on Fusion Power

Trump Media & Technology Group is teaming up with TAE Technologies in a $6 billion merger. This deal aims to build the world's first large-scale fusion power plant. The merger would create a publicly traded fusion company, with Trump holding a significant financial stake. Critics worry that the hyp

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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

Tech Giants and Bitcoin Miners Team Up for AI

Bitcoin miners are teaming up with tech giants to explore new opportunities in artificial intelligence (AI). This shift is driven by financial pressures and the need for more stable revenue streams. Google, for instance, has been quietly supporting several Bitcoin mining companies in their transitio

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Dec 18 2025FINANCE

Oil Giants Face Tough Times as Prices Drop

Oil prices have taken a hit, dropping from around $70 to just over $56 per barrel. This drop is tough on big oil companies like ExxonMobil, who make a lot of their money from drilling and producing oil. ExxonMobil has some of the best oil fields in the world, like the Permian Basin in the U. S. and

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Dec 18 2025CRYPTO

The Future of Money: How NEXA Cards Are Changing the Game

In a world where digital money is becoming the norm, people are looking for ways to spend it easily and safely. NEXA Cards are stepping up to meet this need with a unique solution. These cards work like regular debit cards but can be loaded with both traditional money and cryptocurrencies. This make

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

A New Road Plan for Central Florida: What You Need to Know

Central Florida is planning a new road called the Southport Connector. This road will link Poinciana Parkway to Florida’s Turnpike and Canoe Creek Road. It will run along Cypress Parkway, curve around Lake Russell, and pass by Lake Tohopekaliga. Some people who live nearby are not happy about this

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Dec 18 2025FINANCE

Canada's Big Banks: Strong but Watchful

Canada's top financial watchdog has decided to keep the extra safety net for the country's six largest banks at the same level. This safety net, called the domestic stability buffer, is currently set at 3. 5%. The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) believes these banks are

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Dec 18 2025FINANCE

Crypto ETFs: A Wave of Launches and Potential Liquidations

In 2026, the crypto world might see a surge in ETF launches, thanks to clearer rules from the SEC. This could lead to a lot of new crypto ETFs hitting the market. But not all of them will survive. Many might struggle and get shut down within a year and a half, according to experts. The SEC recently

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Dec 18 2025LIFESTYLE

Divorce: The Reality Behind the Labels

Divorce is often talked about in different ways, like "power divorce" or "gray divorce. " These labels make it seem like some breakups are more dramatic or complex than others. But in reality, divorce is always tough, no matter the circumstances. One expert, Jenny Hutt, has seen many marriages fall

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

Trouble in the Subprime Auto Loan World: Executives Face Fraud Charges

The subprime auto loan industry is under scrutiny after a major player, Tricolor Auto, went bust in September. The company's downfall raised eyebrows on Wall Street, sparking worries about the health of the industry as a whole. Fast forward to December, and federal prosecutors in New York have made

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

Bridge Rebuild: Maryland's Plan to Cover Costs

The Francis Scott Key Bridge, which fell apart in 2024, is a big deal. It was a major route for trade and travel. Now, Maryland is figuring out how to pay for fixing it. They plan to borrow money first, then pay it back later. This is called issuing bonds. Bruce Gartner, who runs the Maryland Trans

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